On the recordJanuary 1, 175
Let then thy judgment about them be at rest, and they will remain quiet, and thou wilt not be seen either pursuing or avoiding.
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Marcus Aurelius
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gutenberg.orgMarcus Aurelius: “Let then thy judgment about them be at rest, and they will remain quiet, and thou wilt not be seen either pursuing or…”
Editor's note · Context
Offering guidance on achieving tranquility, this passage advises resting one's judgment to quiet external disturbances and cease pursuit or avoidance.
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